Construction Assistant (On-site)
Why you want to work here...
GRID Alternatives is a national leader in making clean, affordable solar power and solar jobs accessible to low‑income communities and communities of colour. GRID is an entrepreneurial, high‑growth non‑profit organization that provides direct solar installation and project development; clean mobility options; workforce training and service‑learning opportunities; and low‑income solar policy advocacy.
Our Vision
a rapid, equitable transition to a world powered by renewable energy that benefits everyone.
Our Mission
to build community‑powered solutions to advance economic and environmental justice through renewable energy.
What it's like at GRID…
At GRID, we care about each other and know that each employee has a whole self that includes life outside of work. Our culture supports learning, growth and well‑being of all of our team members. Every member of GRID Alternatives must participate in the organization’s equity, inclusion, and diversity (EID) work.
The Opportunity…
Our team‑oriented, passionate, and results‑driven GRID Alternatives Inland Empire (GRID IE) regional office, which serves Riverside, San Bernardino, and Inyo Counties, is seeking 1 full‑time Construction Assistant to support our design, engineering, procurement and installation team to complete residential solar installations.
Job Duties
- Schedule and conduct site visits as delegated and identify feasibility of solar installation, solar access, safety, constructability issues, take measurements notes and capture images
- Prepare permit packages for design and pulling permits in various cities and jurisdictions for solar projects
- Assist in designing solar electric systems based on site visit findings
- Maintain tools, equipment, and company vehicles
- Scanning and filing documents; data entry in Excel and our CRM database (SalesForce.com); communicating with and answering homeowner, volunteer, sponsor, and partner inquiries
What you offer...
- Valid state driver's license and clean driving record.
- Strong understudying of OSHA safety requirements.
- Possess a strong work ethic, be a self‑starter, and work well with others and independently
- Willingness to travel throughout the Inland Empire Region
- Perform work at various heights, working from ladders, bucket trucks, scaffolding, catwalks, aerial lifts, or other safe working platforms
- Maintain excellent customer service to homeowners and external parties
- Excellent communication skills with other departments
- Enter all site visit data into CRM systems in a timely fashion
- Support construction operations with other duties as assigned by the construction management (i.e. inspections, warehouse, etc)
It would be great if you also had...
- Bilingual Spanish/English strongly preferred
- Solar installation experience
- Experience or knowledge of the basics of solar energy, energy efficiency or background in renewable energy is helpful but not required
- Experience working with Salesforce
- OSHA 10
Additional Requirements
*Hired CA candidates must be able to pass a screening for drugs that are illegal in the state of California, including: amphetamine, cocaine metabolite, opiates, and PCP.
Where you will sit & the places you may go…
This position may require 10%-25% out‑of‑town travel to regional offices and special projects. Availability to work nights and weekends may be required. GRID Alternatives may provide vehicles for work travel and/or travel reimbursement for personal vehicle use. In this instance, applicants must hold a valid driver’s license and have a good driving record.
Let's Talk Money!
This is a full‑time, non‑exempt position. Hourly pay commensurate with experience within the pay band, plus the benefits listed below.
How we take care of you...
Medical, Dental, Vision/Eye Care insurance, 5 weeks paid time off (PTO), 13 paid holidays, Commuter Checks, 403b Retirement Plan, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Savings Account (HSA), STD, LTD, and AD&D insurance.
Ready to Apply?
Due to the high volume of inquiries, mailed and emailed applications are not accepted.
Thank you for your interest in GRID Alternatives!
GRID Alternatives provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetics. Because we value EID at GRID Alternatives, we encourage folks from all backgrounds to apply, even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications.
